MAPPING PLATFORM
Fundação Mário Soares e Maria Barroso
Fundação Mário Soares e Maria Barroso in Lisbon, Portugal, is a non-profit institution dedicated to preserving and promoting the historical, political, and cultural legacy of Mário Soares and Maria Barroso. Established in 1991 and renamed in 2019 to honor both figures, the Foundation manages extensive archives, documents, photographs, and audiovisual materials related to Portugal’s contemporary history, democracy, decolonization, and European integration. It organizes exhibitions, educational activities, debates, and research initiatives that support public access to historical memory and democratic values. The Foundation serves as an important resource for students, researchers, educators, and the wider public, fostering reflection on citizenship, human rights, and Portugal’s democratic development. (Source: https://fmsoaresbarroso.pt/en)
The visit to Fundação Mário Soares e Maria Barroso was very inspiring. I learned more about Portuguese democratic history and the importance of preserving political memory for future generations.- Primož Jagarinec, Slovenia
“The visit provided valuable insight into the lives and contributions of two important figures in Portuguese democracy.” - Sana Gros, Slovenia
The visit helped me better understand Portugal’s democratic transition and the important role Mário Soares played in shaping modern Portugal and its integration into the European Union. Mário Soares is often called the 'Father of Portuguese Democracy' because of his leading role after the Carnation Revolution and in Portugal's accession to the EU. - Eva Jurinec, Slovenia
